Definition

Describing something that has had all its minerals taken away or removed.

Example

The water was demineralized to make it safer for drinking.

Conversation

Have you tried that new drink made with demineralized water?

No, I haven't! What's it like?

It's actually pretty refreshing and light on the palate.

That sounds interesting! I should give it a shot.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Demineralized → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "mineral" (from Latin "mineralis", meaning pertaining to minerals) and the suffix "-ized" (meaning to make or to become). The word "demineralized" means to remove minerals from something, effectively making it devoid of minerals.

Memory Tip

Think of 'removing' ('de-') 'minerals' from something — that's what dematerialized means.

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